New Library Update Available to View

A new episode of Library Update is up on YouTube. This is part one of Episode 33, State of the State's Libraries. Make sure to catch parts 2 and 3 of the episode as well.

The West Virginia Library Commission is committed to promoting, assisting, and supporting high quality library services and information resources to all West Virginia residents. This includes getting relevant information out to library directors, their staff, and patrons through various formats. Currently the Library Commission uses its website, Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest, Blog, Library Lookout and other e-bulletins, and now YouTube, to disseminate information. 

 

WVLC plans on bringing you current programs, topics, and trends. This broad spectrum includes partnerships, training, programming, and service. We want this program to be a useful, entertaining resource for you. If you ever have any questions or comments regarding topics on this show, please do not hesitate to call us at 1-800-642-9021. 

 

This program is not intended to act as a calendar of events, but as a vehicle of ideology and practical tips. Specific event information can always be found on our website www.librarycommission.wv.gov and at your local libraries.

 

The video in this post is the first segment of the episode. Check it out, then view parts 2 and 3. Make sure you subscribe to the West Virginia Library Commission YouTube channel so you don't miss the newest episodes!

DEADLINE EXTENDED December 12, 2014 RE: Digital Inclusion Survey

The original invitation was sent out September 23, 2014:

We encourage all public libraries to participate in the 2014 Digital Inclusion Survey, which is available through November 21, 2014. THE DEADLINE HAS BEEN EXTENDED UNTIL DECEMBER 12. As community-based digital hubs, public libraries are critical community assets that facilitate the development and sustainability of digitally inclusive communities. The survey generates unique and valuable data that informs policy- and decision-makers about the essential contributions of libraries in the areas of digital literacy, economic and workforce development, civic engagement, broadband, and public access to the Internet.

You can access the survey by going to http://digitalinclusion.umd.edu. There is both e-mail and phone support for the survey, M-F from 9AM-5PM EST.  Call: (301) 405-9445  Email: ipac@umd.edu. 

The study uses your data in a number of ways to show how libraries help build inclusive communities — including interactive mapping tools (http://digitalinclusion.umd.edu/content/interactive-map), issue briefs, state summary pages, and more found at http://digitalinclusion.umd.edu.  

The Digital Inclusion Survey is funded by the Institute of Museum and Library Services, and conducted by the American Library Association and the Information Policy & Access Center at the University of Maryland College Park, in partnership with the International City/County Management Association.

Please contact Susan P. Hoskins with questions about the Digital Inclusion Survey

Susan P. Hoskins

Planning and Programs Consultant/

   State Data Coordinator
West Virginia Library Commission

Culture Center
1900 Kanawha Boulevard, East
Charleston, West Virginia 25305

Telephone: 304 558 3978, Extension 2014

Fax: 304 558 1612

Email: susan.p.hoskins@wv.gov